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The PC Centric Extravaganza 5.13.08   (05.13.2008)  - Chris Evans

Racing news, Spore and Mass Effect and much more in this weeks PC Centric Extravaganza!
The Checkpoint 5.12.08: Will Anybody Be Honest About GTA IV?   (05.12.2008)  - John Curry

One the most anticipated games of the year is Grand Theft Auto IV. Almost all of the reviews for it have been perfect. The question is will anyone have the balls to say what is wrong with this game? The Checkpoint does.
411 Games Fact or Fiction 05.12.08: New Gears of War 2 Footage, PC Piracy, Best 3rd-Party Wii Game This Year, Vocal EarthBound Fans, & More!   (05.12.2008)  - Tommy Coloma

411's Mark Salmela and Joe Roche set aside their differences to tell us what they think about the new things Gears of War 2 will bring to the plate, the idea that piracy is the PC's biggest problem, Boom Blox as the Wii's best 3rd party game this year, whether or not hardcore gamers should look forward to Home, the cost of downloadable games, and the number of gamers that actually care about EarthBound in this edition of Fact or Fiction Games.
Achievement Unlocked 05.10.08: Working the Limit   (05.10.2008)  - Rod Oracheski

While early games rarely topped out at the 50-Achievement mark, more and more new releases are hitting the cap. Let's take a look at why...
The 10th Hour 5.09.08: The Top 10 DS Games   (05.09.2008)  - Derek Robbins

The DS may be a gimmicky little device, but that doesn't mean it hasn't had its fair share of great games. This week, the Tenth Hour discusses the top 10 best games for the DS so far.
The Hall of Shame 05.08.08: Dishonorable Mentions II   (05.08.2008)  - Vincent Chiucchi

Three games with concepts too absurd to be thought as good.
The Wonder Years 5.08.08: Week 54 - Battletoads & Double Dragon   (05.08.2008)  - Owain J. Brimfield

A teaming of some of the greatest ass-kickers the 8-bit generation ever knew.
The PC Centric Extravaganza 5.06.08   (05.06.2008)  - Chris Evans

GTA IV PC?
The Red Snifit: 05.06.08 - HIDDEN GEMS episode 2   (05.06.2008)  - Chris Scott

This week, 411's Chris Scott takes a look at Hotel Dusk: Room 215 for the Nintendo DS. It's a peach of a room! Also, as always, takes a look at this week's VC offerings inside The Virtual Console Corral!
The Forgotten PC Games 05.06.08: Keeping You Busy With A Game From Four Different Genres   (05.06.2008)  - Chris Vicari

Are you bored with your current PC games? Are you desperately waiting for a specific release but not sure what to do with yourself in the meantime? Look no further. The Forgotten Games Recommendation Column can help you curb boredom with a healthy dose of gaming classics. No, these aren't games for the ancient 486 but games which came out only years ago. It's time for a little education and who knows, you may find yourself enjoying these games more.
The Checkpoint 05.05.08: Top 10 Movie Based Games   (05.05.2008)  - John Curry

With the release of the Iron Man demo, the Checkpoint takes a look at the Top Ten games based on movies.
Achievement Unlocked 05.03.08: GTA - Grandstanding Thompson Again   (05.03.2008)  - Rod Oracheski

With the release of the latest, and some say greatest, Grand Theft Auto title comes another attack by Jack Thompson. Is anyone surprised?
Working Title 5.02.08: Working Mythbusters   (05.02.2008)  - Jordan Williams

Just how many of those videogame myths are true? It's about time for someone to put them to the test...and that someone is me.
The 10th Hour 5.02.08: Top 10 Sega Genesis Games   (05.02.2008)  - Derek Robbins

Last week the 10th Hour covered the best of the Super Nintendo so this week it's only fitting that the Genesis gets its turn in the spotlight! From Sonic the Hedgehog 2 to Ghouls n' Ghosts, 411's Derek Robbins covers his top 10 Sega Genesis games!
The Wonder Years 05.01.08: Week 53 - Equinox   (05.01.2008)  - Owain J. Brimfield

Time for the summer solstice.
The Hall of Shame 04.30.08: Bubsy   (04.30.2008)  - Vincent Chiucchi

With Sonic being such a success, Accolade decides to creates their own character with attitude. What could possibly go wrong?
The PC Centric Extravaganza 04.29.08   (04.29.2008)  - Chris Evans

Stalin and Martians, Studies, Portal and much more!
The Red Snifit 04.29.08: MAKING THE OLD NEW AGAIN   (04.29.2008)  - Chris Scott

With reviving dead franchises being all the rage, the 411's Chris Scott looks at some of his favorte gaming franchises that he'd like to see get a makeover and be given a chance with a new generation of gamers. Also, as always, he also takes you into The Virtual Console Corral.
411 Games Fact or Fiction 04.28.08: Another Halo Without Master Chief, Brett Favre on the Cover of Madden, the Release of Mario Kart Wii Right Before GTA IV, & More!   (04.29.2008)  - Tommy Coloma

411's Dan Hirsch and John Curry give us their thoughts on Grand Theft Auto IV's sales figures, competitive games that give advantages to those that are losing, minor graphical differences between the same games on different systems, Halo games without Master Chief, Brett Favre as the next Madden cover model, and Nintendo's decision to release Mario Kart Wii right before GTA IV in this edition of Fact or Fiction Games.
The Checkpoint 04.28.08: Does Anyone Want Fatal Frame On A Next Gen Console?   (04.28.2008)  - John Curry

One of the greatest games ever still has not found its way to a next gen console. The Checkpoint examines why it should be.
Achievement Unlocked 04.25.08: The Top 10 Gaming Achievements and Your Input   (04.25.2008)  - Rod Oracheski

What are the Top 10 Achievements in Gaming thus far? 'Body Armor' from Crackdown? 'Now offering non-stop flights' from Smackdown vs Raw 08? Rod Oracheski tells you what he thinks, then invites you to tell him why he's wrong.
The 10th Hour 04.25.08: Top 10 SNES Games   (04.25.2008)  - Derek Robbins

The 16-bit era is one of the most fondly remembered in gaming. This week, 411's Derek Robbins looks back on the Super Nintendo and lists his top 10 favorite games for that console.
The Wonder Years 4.24.08: Week 52 - Another World   (04.24.2008)  - Owain J. Brimfield

We take a trip to, yes, another world.
Working Title 4.24.08: Gaming's Unsolved Mysteries   (04.24.2008)  - Jordan Williams

Have a question that just hasn't been answered in the gaming universe? Well I form a one man crack team of investigation FURY to find out the answers.
411 Games Fact or Fiction 04.22.08: Fallout 3's Ancestors, Bringing Down the Price of Xbox 360 Before GTA IV Drops, Another Chance to Redeem Sonic, Mortal Kombat, & More!   (04.22.2008)  - Tommy Coloma

The Exploding Barrel's A.J. Minotti and Mike Minotti give us their thoughts on the impact games have had on their lives, how Fallout 3's title could affect its sales, whether the 360 needs a price drop to coincide with the release of Grand Theft Auto IV, the Sonic game that will bring order to chaos, how Mortal Kombat vs. DC will fare, and whether cut scenes are the preferred way to get a story across in this edition of Fact or Fiction Games.
The PC Centric Extravaganza 4.22.08   (04.22.2008)  - Chris Evans

Steam and The World! Much more besides!
The Red Snifit 04.22.08: THE KARATE COMMANDO   (04.22.2008)  - Chris Scott

What happens when you unwillingly buy a bad game? The 411s Chris Scott tells a tale of a man who only wanted to play The Karate Kid on his NES. Plus, as always, he have your weekly trip to The Virtual Console Corral!
The Checkpoint 04.21.08: 5 Things that Really Piss Me Off About Games…This Week   (04.21.2008)  - John Curry

After experiencing several horrible issues in a couple different games this week, The Checkpoint’s John Curry takes a look at 5 things that piss him off about games, starting with Army of Two.
The 10th Hour 04.18.08: Top 10 Most Memorable Gaming Moments   (04.18.2008)  - Derek Robbins

Sometimes people get onto games for not being able to convey emotion, but...often times they do. Which moments in video games come across as the most memorable? This week, 411's Derek Robbins breaks down his 10 most memorable moments in gaming.
Achievement Unlocked 4.18.08 Time for Answers   (04.18.2008)  - Rod Oracheski

With the drought of releases continuing, let's answer some e-mails. We'll also check out a tool you can use to find people cheating for Achievements.
The Wonder Years 4.17.08: Week 51 - Vectorman   (04.17.2008)  - Owain J. Brimfield

A robotic toxic avenger... a bit like Wall-E, but with more guns.
Working Title 4.17.08: Blowin' Up   (04.17.2008)  - Jordan Williams

Things are getting blown out way out of porportion. Is Resident Evil 5 REALLY racist or is it just a bunch people being way too sensitive? Is EA REALLY as evil as it is made out to be for trying to buy out Take-Two? Are we just reading too deep into everything?
The PC Centric Extravaganza 4.15.08   (04.15.2008)  - Chris Evans

Pathological Tension ever rising with a hint of a GRID and much more besides!
The Red Snifit 04.15.07: GAMING ON THE CHEAP - Episode 1   (04.15.2008)  - Chris Scott

Take an adventure through the mind of 411maina's Chris Scott as he explains his purchase a new console..............that Nintendo DIDN'T MAKE! What will the fanboys think? Also, your weekly trip to the Virtual Console Corral!
411 Games Fact or Fiction 04.14.08: The Gears of War Sequel, Car Damage in Gran Turismo, Nintendo's Need for New IP, More!   (04.14.2008)  - Tommy Coloma

411's Joe Roche and Ramon Aranda give us their thoughts on the timing of the Gears of War sequel, finally getting car damage in Gran Turismo, Nintendo's lack of new IP, Microsoft's war on arcade ports, Ikaruga's popularity, and whether The Force Unleashed will offer more than just flash in this edition of Fact or Fiction Games.
The Checkpoint 04.14.08: Why Console Game Developers Should Revive Heaven vs. Hell   (04.14.2008)  - John Curry

Controlling your choice of Mortals, Heaven’s Soldiers, or Hell’s Minions in an epic battle to take over the world during the end times in a LOTR: Battle for Middle Earth format. Sounds like an awesome game? Too bad it never made it to the shelves. The Checkpoint argues why this game should be remade for the console systems.
The Game Plan 4.11.08: The Greatest Video Game Anti-Heroes...Ever (Part 4)   (04.11.2008)  - James McGee

All good things must come to an end. So do things like this column.
Achievement Unlocked 04.11.08: Sneak a Peek   (04.11.2008)  - Rod Oracheski

With the Achievement list available the instant you pop the game into the disc drive (or fire up the XBLA game for the first time) do you check it out before playing, or are you able to resist the temptation?
The 10th Hour 04.11.08: Top 10 Things I Don't Miss About Games   (04.11.2008)  - Derek Robbins

A lot of things have changed about video games. While some things are missed, a lot of things won't be remembered fondly at all. This week, the 10th Hour breaks down what things won't be missed from the world of gaming.
The Hall of Shame 04.10.08: The Hip-Hop Boys   (04.10.2008)  - Vincent Chiucchi

The pair of bosses who alone show the awfulness of Seven Samurai 20XX and carelessly injecting hip-hop into video games.
The Wonder Years 4.10.08: Week 50 - The 16-Bit A to Z   (04.10.2008)  - Owain J. Brimfield

Celebrating a year of the column with a look at the best Wonder Years games of the alphabet!
The PC Centric Extravaganza 4.08.08   (04.08.2008)  - Chris Evans

Dawn of War 2, Possible 4-quel and much more besides!
The Red Snifit 04.07.08: HIDDEN GEMS - Episode 1   (04.07.2008)  - Chris Scott

Chris Scott has a fever, and the only cure is Bad News Baseball! Read on in the grand debut of The Red Snifit to learn about Tecmo's little diamond dandy! Plus, get a sneak peek at this week's Virtual Console offerings!
The CheckPoint 04.07.08: Are Cut Scenes the Lazy way of Telling a Game’s Story?   (04.07.2008)  - John Curry

With the news released this week that Grand Theft Auto IV will have more than EIGHT HOURS of cut scenes, 411 questions whether game makers are half assing the creation of new games.
Achievement Unlocked 04.04.08: Achievements: Effecting Change   (04.04.2008)  - Rod Oracheski

Achievements have changed the way we play games, but have they changed the way developers approach designing games? Two design teams who've created influential Achievement lists weigh in on the subject
The Game Plan 04.04.08: The Greatest Video Game Anti-Heroes...Ever   (04.04.2008)  - James McGee

Not all anti-heroes have to be dark, brooding maniacs. They can be cocky jerks with a soft side, too.
The 10th Hour 4.04.08: Top 10 Zelda Games   (04.04.2008)  - Derek Robbins

The Legend of Zelda is no doubt a legendary franchise, but which games out of those are the best? This week, 411's Derek Robbins breaks down his 10 favorite Zelda titles.
Working Title 4.03.08: Working Relaxation   (04.03.2008)  - Jordan Williams

Some people sit down with a good book or a loved one to relax. I sit down with video games. Man, that sounds pathetic.
The Wonder Years 04.03.08: Week 49 - Legend of the Mystical Ninja   (04.03.2008)  - Owain J. Brimfield

The 16-bit debut of a certain blue-haired mystical ninja.
The Hall of Shame 04.02.08: The Nuon   (04.02.2008)  - Vincent Chiucchi

This was once dubbed the "Mario Killer." Obviously it didn't, but could you imagine if it did?
 
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